Senior Software Engineer (Automation Tools) (Python-C/C++)

The application deadline window has been extended to 11/28/2024.This is an onsite/hybrid position working in the San Jose  office 4 days a week. What You’ll DoAs a Senior Software Engineer in the Platform Engineering Diagnostics team, you will be responsible for automation tool development.Work closely with hardware and software engineers to define requirements and featuresDevelop automation tools that parse hardware design information and generate systems of data to be integrated into the product softwareDevelop automation tools to collect and parse data from various hardware and software test environmentsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve complex problemsProvide mentorship and support for users to use the automation toolsDocument design specs and user manualsWho You’ll Work WithYou will work with a team that delivers high quality diagnostic software and automation tools for multiple Cisco products, including Cisco 8000 routers and Nexus 9K Series Data Center switches. You will regularly interact with hardware and software development teams.Who You AreYou are a self-starter and have a passion for learning technologies as well as troubleshooting and debugging sophisticated systems. Your good interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities, coupled with your ability to stay focused while working under pressure, make you an outstanding fit for our team.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field5 + years of experience as a Python developer 3 + years of database technologies with SQL or NoSQL3 + years of professional work experience in Linux environment2 + years of experience in low level programming with C or C++Preferred QualificationsExperience in ASIC post silicon validation or board bring upKnowledge of data science and machine learning concepts and toolsExcellent problem-solving ability with solid communication and collaboration skillsWhy Cisco? #WeAreCisco. We are all unique, but collectively we bring our talents to work as a team, to develop innovative technology and power a more inclusive, digital future for everyone. How do we do it? Well, for starters – with people like you!Nearly every internet connection around the world touches Cisco. We’re the Internet’s optimists. Our technology makes sure the data traveling at light speed across connections does so securely, yet it’s not what we make but what we make happen which marks us out. We’re helping those who work in the health service to connect with patients and each other; schools, colleges, and universities to teach in even the most challenging of times. We’re helping businesses of all shapes and sizes to connect with their employees and customers in new ways, providing people with access to the digital skills they need and connecting the most remote parts of the world – whether through 5G, or otherwise.We tackle whatever challenges come our way. We have each other’s backs, we recognize our accomplishments, and we grow together. We celebrate and support one another – from big and small things in life to big career moments. And giving back is in our DNA (we get 10 days off each year to do just that).We know that powering an inclusive future starts with us. Because without diversity and a dedication to equality, there is no moving forward. Our 30 Inclusive Communities, that bring people together around commonalities or passions, are leading the way. Together we’re committed to learning, listening, caring for our communities, whilst supporting the most vulnerable with a collective effort to make this world a better place either with technology, or through our actions. So, you have colorful hair? Don’t care. Tattoos? Show off your ink. Like polka dots? That’s cool. Pop culture geek? Many of us are. Passion for technology and world changing? Be you, with us! #WeAreCisco Location:San Jose, California, USArea of InterestEngineer - HardwareCompensation Range157400 USD - 222200 USD Job TypeProfessionalTechnology InterestSoftware DevelopmentJob Id1430551Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:When available, the salary range posted for this position reflects the projected hiring range for new hire, full-time salaries in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including equity or benefits. For non-sales roles the hiring ranges reflect base salary only; employees are also eligible to receive annual bonuses. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location and additional factors, including but not limited to skillset, experience, and relevant education, certifications, or training. Applicants may not be eligible for the full salary range based on their U.S. or Canada hiring location. The recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.U.S. employees have access to quality medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and numerous wellbeing offerings. Employees receive up to twelve paid holidays per calendar year, which includes one floating holiday, plus a day off for their birthday. Employees accrue up to 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) each year and have access to paid time away to deal with critical or emergency issues without tapping into their PTO. We offer additional paid time to volunteer and give back to the community. Employees are also able to purchase company stock through our Employee Stock Purchase Program.Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:.75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.